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What happens in an adult justice trial after the jury is selected?
Opening statements for both sides
True or False: Juveniles can be put in prison with adults if they commit a major crime.
False: No matter what the charges juveniles are not placed with adults until they turn 17.
Who is the person charged in a criminal case? And sued in a civil case?
Defendant
Unruly or Delinquent: Shoplifting from Walmart
Delinquent
Unruly or Delinquent: Drinking under age?
Unruly
If a juvenile has committed a lesser crime their case may be settled through what process?
Informal adjustment
Which type of law deals with disputes between individuals or parties?
Civil
Reading of formal charges in Adult justice after the grand jury indictment.
Arraignment
In the state of Georgia, a law that does not match the state constitution is declared _____________by the Judicial Branch.
Unconstitutional
Name duel purposes of Georgia's Judicial Branch
Interpret laws , Deliver Justice
In adult justice this is the final decision of guilt or innocense by a judge or jury.
Verdict
Serious crimes such as arson, murder, and grand theft are called ___________ and are punishable by more than 1 year in jail.
Felonies
Less serious crimes such as assault and battery, cruelty to animals, shop lifting, and trespassing are called ___________ and are usually punished with less than 1 year in prison and a fine.
Misdemeanors
Criminal or civil case?  Mr. Jack's tree fell on his neighbor's tree house and smashed it but no person/animal was injured.
Civil
Which type of law deals with crimes being committed?
Criminal
Who is considered a juvenile?
Any person under the age of 17.
How are juvenile judges selected?
They are appointed by superior court judges.
In juvenile justice this is when the judge decides the juvenile's punishment after they have been found guilty.
Disposition Hearning and Sentencing
In juvenile justice this is the actual trail where the judge determines guilty or not guilty.
Adjudicatory hearing
In both adult and juvenile if the defendant doesn't agree with the court's decision they can do what?
File an appeal and have the case reviewed in an appelate court.
Who is the first contact if a juvenile is detained/taken into custody?
The parent/parents/guardian
When would a juvenile be charged as an adult? (age and crimes)
If between 13-16 years old and after committing a "deadly sin" such as murder
What is the responsiblity of an intake officer in the juvenile justice system?
Determines if there is enough evidence to charge the juvenile.
What is the rule concerning names and photos of detained juveniles?
Juveniles have the right to keep their name and photo private, not available to public.
A behavior or act that would not be criminal if done by an adult is called?
Unruly
An act committed by a juvenile that would be a criminal offense if done ban an adult is called?
Delinquent Act